Arkansas
Altus is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 857. Residents earn $37,656 per year, which is 50% below the national average.
Based on current data, Altus receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Altus has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Altus is $37,656, 50% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 22.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Altus is $110,500, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $657 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 809 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,348 per 100,000, 31% below the national average.
9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Altus enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $37,656 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,551 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $855 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,661 |
| Unemployment | 4.3% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.4% |
| 81% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 394 |
| County GDP | $689M |
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Healthcare | 38 |
| Retail | 57 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,474 |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.33% |
| Commute Time | 15.2 min |
| Work from Home | 3.2% |
| Census Median | $110,500 |
| 61% below US avg |
| $/Sq Ft | $86 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.6% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 3 |
| Census Median Rent | $657 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,474 |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.33% |
| Obesity | 41.1% |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.7% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 10.4% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.6% |
| Depression | 29.3% |
| Mental Distress | 22.6% |
| Physical Distress | 18.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.4% |
| Premature Death | 12,985/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 38 |
| Total Violent | 808.6/100K |
| 113% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 808.6/100K |
| Total Property | 1,347.7/100K |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 134.8/100K |
| Theft | 1,078.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 134.8/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 49.3 inches |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 534 ft (163 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 453/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4468°N, 93.7644°W |
| County FIPS | 05047 |
Winner: Republican by 62.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.3% |
| 72% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 80.8% |
| School Test Score | 4.91 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 453/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 38 |
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Retail Stores | 57 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 15.2 min |
| Work from Home | 3.2% |